80052416 - Proton Therapy Course

Friday, October 9, 2020, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

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Proton therapy is the most technologically advanced method to delivery radiation treatments to cancerous tumors available today. The unique characteristics of how protons interact within the human body allow it to deliver curative radiation doses while reducing doses to healthy tissues and organs resulting in potentially fewer complications and side effects than standard radiation therapy. Understanding how proton therapy works provides patients and physicians with insight into the clinical advantages of this treatment modality and the appropriate indications.  In this course, practitioners from all specialties and backgrounds are invited to learn about the fundamentals of proton therapy, available clinical evidence, and promising indications to the benefit of their clinical practice. Understanding the appropriate utilization of this precise technology will allow for implementation of the highest quality care. 

Who Should Attend
Academic/Research, Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Orthopedic Oncology, Urologic Oncology, Thoracic Surgery, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Neurologic Oncology, Orthopedic Surgery, Urology, Neurosurgery, Pediatrics, Pediatric Oncology, Pediatric Surgery, Anesthesia, Radiology, and Pathology.

FEE
Registration.................................................................................................................$30

***Registration Cutoff Time 10/8/2020 at 12:00 pm EDT

MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION
American Board of Radiology (ABR) Effective September 17, 2020, The Proton Therapy Course - A Virtual Learning Experience has been qualified for 4 SAM credits by the American Board of Radiology in meeting the criteria for self-assessment toward the purpose of fulfilling requirements in the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program.

1. Distinguish the basic physics of photon and proton therapy.
2. Describe the rationale and theoretical advantages for proton therapy.
3. Identify the currently available, evidence-based guidelines for proton therapy in various adult and pediatric disease sites.
4. Explore the evolving and future indications for scanning beam proton therapy

The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

OTHER CREDITS
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Program accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™  from organizations accredited by the ACCME.

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants PAs may claim a maximum of 4 Category 1 credits for completing this activity. NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society.

Friday, October 9, 2020